Summary
This dissertation revolves around a central observation that, although the methodological differences among Greek mathematical writings are striking, these differences do not lie primarily along lines of subject matter or time period. Almost all mathematical works fall clearly into one of two distinct sets of methodological conventions, which are observable from the classical period through late antiquity, in all disciplines. Because these sets of conventions transcend time and subject, and instead seem to be followed consistently by certain authors who interact among themselves in the manner of philosophical traditions, I have interpreted them as schools of mathematical practice.
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- Publication Date:2020
Thesis Information
- Degree:Ph.D.
- University:Duke University
- Advisor/Supervisor:Sosin, Joshua
- Pages:302
Publication Statements
- Language:eng
- Publication Date:2020
Edition Identifiers
- proquest:2410440084
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